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“What’s that?” (Hiiro)
Hiiro heard an unfamiliar word.
“In short, the person who consumes this flower will be immune to abnormal statuses.” (Silva)
Abnormal statuses? …I see, so that’s why she could utilise magic? No, actually, the effect of the Red Rain is an abnormal status?” (Hiiro)
“You are absolutely right. The magic seal caused by the red rain is an abnormal status” (Silva)
“I see. For it to have such a convenient ability…” (Hiiro)
Of course, if Hiiro used [Word magic] and wrote the words [Restore] or [Normal], he would be able to achieve the same effect. However, because magic was sealed off during the [Red Rain], he was unable to use those effects.
“I see, is that why she sent an old man like you to a poisonous mountain to retrieve it?” (Hiiro)
Hiiro was somehow able to understand the situation. In order to face this monster, preparation was necessary. That was why Liliyn sent Silva. However, Silva shook his head and said.
“Nofofo, I’m sorry but your are wrong” (Silva)
“What? I’m wrong?” (Hiiro)
“Yes. Whether my master had this or not, a monster of this degree is not difficult for her” (Silva)
“…Then why did she use something like this, this time?” (Hiiro)
“Even if she looks like that, she possesses a strong desire to reveal her power…to put it succinctly, she enjoys boasting her superior force.” (Silva)
“Is she a kid or something?” (Hiiro)
Hiiro let out a breath as he said it. Silva responded with a happy smile.
“Nofofo, does this not display the extent of how obsessed she is with you?” (Silva)
“…..?” (Hiiro)
Hiiro knitted his eyebrows as he craned his head.
“There was no need for her to reveal her trump card to a worthless enemy. As she was interested in Hiiro-sama, she used her magic in an attempt to surprise you. Nofofofofofo. (Silva)
It seems that she used the only because she wanted to show off.
“But is it possible to defeat it without magic?” (Hiiro)
Yes. That was the strange part. He could understand who was the stronger one level-wise. Yet, he did not think one could emerge victorious against an SS Ranked monster without the use of magic.
“Fumu, fumu. Certainly, if the opponent was a normal one, it would be impossible. That monster is Baron Bone Lizard. A unique monster befitting of an SS Rank.” (Silva)
It was precisely as Hiiro had thought.
“However, no matter how strong an individual may be, they will always possess a weakness. Although Baron Bone Lizard is no different from such persons, it is also not an exception to this. Said weak point is a cylindric bone which acts like its core. Unlike the other bones, this one singular bone has a considerably lower defense value.” (Silva)
“Is that so? Meaning that if it’s destroyed, it will be defeated? (Hiiro)
“Indeed. However, no normal adventurer would be capable of easily destroying it. Only those that have over 600 Attack Points are capable of destroying said bone. (Silva)
Although it may seem like obtaining 600 Attack Points would be difficult, if one was able to, they would be able to obliterate said monster in one-hit.
“Basically, it’s weak in close-combat?” (Hiiro)
“Indeed. It’s specialty is shooting it’s Bone Ball, the red orb that appeared earlier. Other than that….(Silva)
Even though Hiiro had heard a lot, it mostly consisted of ranged-attacks. Rather, Hiiro was more surprised learning that the ball was made from bone as he had not expected it.
“Even so, considerable swiftness is required in order to get close. One also needs great perception to find the cylinder, and the power to attack it. Ojou-sama possesses all of such qualities. Thus, from the very beginning, there was no need for her to use magic to defeat it. It has always been as such. (Silva)
“I see. By the way, I wanna ask you something.” (Hiiro)
“If it is the matter of Ojou-sama’s magic, you realize that, should I not obtain her express permission, my mouth shall remain closed, yes?” (Silva)
“I don’t give two shits about that.” (Hiiro)
“Fo!?” (Silva)
As Silva thought Hiiro would be curious about Liliyn’s magic, he was shocked upon hearing Hiiro’s response.
“What I wanted to ask about is the .” (Hiiro)
“Ha, haa. Are you perchance referring to the Red Rain?” (Silva)
“Yeah, how long’s it gonna stay there? Earlier, you said that it would last for three days. During this time, we can’t use magic right?” (Hiiro)
“That is correct. The previous time, it had continued to rain for a period of three days. However, as I had stated earlier, scale of the red clouds this time is particularly large. The Baron Bone Lizard that appeared this time is also larger than the previous. Ah, I forgot to mention that the Baron Bone Lizard’s power is proportional to the size of the red cloud. Since the energy of the clouds is usually confined within the lake, the Baron Bone Lizard absorbs the power from the Red Rain. It is because of this that the larger the cloud is, the more powerful the Baron Bone Lizard becomes. Furthermore, this is only time that it has initiated an attack. In addition, even if we slay it, after some time, it will respawn from the lake.” (Silva)
It seemed to be a monster that appeared often. Furthermore, as it is a timid creature, it waits for an opportunity when magic cannot be used before beginning its hunt. It appeared that it usually fed on weak monsters that lived in the lake.
“I see. I understand the details about that monster. So? How do I get to the outside from here?” (Hiiro)
“The…outside?” (Silva)
“Yeah, I no longer have any business here, right? I’m gonna go continue my journey.” (Hiiro)
Silva frowned upon hearing Hiiro’s words..
“I apologise. However, the Red Rain is still pouring outside. It is dangerous. As I said before, the rain is very heavy. Because Baron Bone Lizards are originally born from it, it will not cause damage to them. However, on normal bodies, it will feel like countless stones pelting upon them from the sky. It would cause tremendous damage.” (Silva)
“Guh…” (Hiiro)
Hiiro looked up the sky while groaning. It was exactly as Silva had indicated. In this kind of rain, even if one had an umbrella, it would not be able to withstand it. Also, the boat that was required to cross the lake was going to sink.
“Is that so? In other words, I can’t get out if this rain continues, huh?” (Hiiro)
“It would appear so.” (Silva)
Hiiro sighed deeply.
(Damn. I just wanted to grab some meat, yet, it turned into this disaster. Why do I always get caught up in trouble?) (Hiiro)
However, it was a fact that Hiiro was rendered unable to use his magic at the present time. Even if he asked Silva for the , there would not be any in stock.
(It can’t be helped. Even though it’s troublesome to be near that brat, I don’t have much choice but to ascertain the situation first, huh…) (Hiiro)
Following this, he returned to his room to sleep.